Category: Hugh Bonneville

Twenty Twenty Six review – Hugh Bonneville’s World Cup comedy wields jokes as subtly as foam mallets

by The Guardian | Apr 9, 2026 | Comedy, Culture, Football, Hugh Bonneville, Television, Television & radio, The Guardian, TV comedy, World Cup | 0 |

The star returns as Ian Fletcher in this mockumentary from the makers of Twenty Twelve. But for every funny moment, there is a slightly off gag – and some truly woeful onesIt’s a Monday morning in Miami and Ian Fletcher (Hugh...

‘The most painful TV experience I’ve ever had!’ Hugh Bonneville on his excruciating office comedy

by The Guardian | Mar 27, 2026 | Comedy, Culture, Hugh Bonneville, Television, Television & radio, The Guardian, TV comedy | 0 |

Before he was Paddington’s dignified dad, the star nailed British awkwardness in Bafta-winning satire Twenty Twelve. Now he’s back as long-suffering manager Ian Fletcher, taking on Trump, the World Cup – and his foolish old...